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Rochester Black Journalists To Honor Two at Gala Event

he Rochester Association of Black Journalists will honor two people for their dedication and contributions to the field of journalism and communications at its “Salute to Excellence” Gala at 7 p.m., Saturday, November 7 at the historic Perkins Mansion on East Avenue in Rochester. The honorees are: Cynthia L. Benjamin, community content editor with the Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester’s daily newspaper. Rodney A. Young, a skilled photographer who, on his own time, has chronicled many events in the Black community over the years. He is senior relationship manager and coordinator of the African American Leadership Development Program (AALDP) for United Way of Greater Rochester, Inc. “We are proud to honor Cynthia Benjamin and Rodney Young this year,” said Richard McCollough, RABJ president. “Both have demonstrated excellence in their field and serve as good role models in the Rochester community.” Past RABJ “Salute to Excellence” award recipients include Janet Lomax, news anchor at WHEC-TV, and Andrew Langston, founder of WDKX-FM radio station. During the gala, RABJ also will present special community service certificates to: Jackie Campbell, longtime administrator with the City of Rochester Bureau of Recreation and Youth Services, recently named alliance director for ROC the Future, a collaborative to improve the academic achievement of Rochester children. Kareem Hayes, business owner, education consultant and currently manager of youth employment services for the City of Rochester. Proceeds from the gala will go to the RABJ’s Wyoma Best Scholarship Fund for Journalists, which is named for a pioneering African American television journalist. RABJ is an affiliate of the National Association of Black Journalists. “I am proud to support the great work being done by the Rochester Association of Black Journalists,” Sarah Glover, NABJ national president, said in a prepared statement. “This affiliate chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists has taken the organization’s mission to the next level with its work to support students and develop the next generation of journalists. I applaud RABJ for making a difference in the lives of Rochester’s young people.” The “Salute to Excellence” Gala is sold out. However, RABJ will gladly accept donations to its Wyoma Best Scholarship Fund for Future Journalists. Please make the check or money order payable to: Rochester Association of Black Journalists with “Scholarship Fund” in the memo area and mail it to: Rochester Association of Black Journalists, P. O. Box 60210, Rochester, New York 14606.

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group of entrepreneurs in Rochester are providing an opportunity for youth and families to participate in a Crime Prevention Month initiative by hosting a Halloween event for inner-city youth and families at the Halloween Headquarters, 3 Fourth Street, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31. Admission for the Halloween Showdown is $10. Christopher “GoodKnews” Cardwell (photographer), Toshman “T-Dash”Powell (upscale event organizer) and Gari “Funk” Fields (comedian), came up with the idea while discussing something they could do that would speak to crime prevention in Rochester, said GoodKnews.That’s when the team decided to enhance their efforts from last year’s Halloween event and focus on a message for the community-- a message to encourage safety and fun during Halloween. The team of entrepreneurs have also created a Halloween song and dance video. Officers from the Rochester Police Department will be in attendance as supporters of the creative

initiative. Mayor Lovely Warren and other city officials have accepted complimentary tickets and are expected to participate with their families. Youth and families from throughout the county are encouraged to be creative with their costume selections and arrive early for the event for a greater chance to win the best prizes.

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*Harvest Community Rally: Meet Sandra Frankel for County Executive, Wed., Oct. 28, 5-7 p.m. free, 869 Clinton Ave.; 585-546-5461 or 585458-3027.

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Buffalo Parent vs The Buffalo Board of Education New Appeal Was Filed By Buffalo Parent Keith Jones To The New York State Education Department Commissioner Seeking Justice For His Unjustified Expulsion From A Regular School Board Meeting

NAACP Members for Life: Fourteen members of the Buf-

falo Branch NAACP were presented with their Silver, Gold and Diamond Life Membership plaques at the Medgar Evers Annual Awards Dinner on June 14th. Standing L to R: W. Charles Brandy for Afro- American Historical Association, Silver, Robert Mootry Jr. Diamond, Sonja Melvin Silver, Rev. Dr. James A. Lewis Gold, Judge E. Jeannette Ogden Silver, Rev. Cary L. Beckwith Silver, Rev. Robert Jackson Gold, Rev. Terrence Melvin Gold. Seated Lto R: NAACP President Frank B. Mesiah, Myrtis Jackson Gold, Charmaine Washington Gold, Ruth W. Beckham Silver, and Henrietta Keenan Silver. At the Buffalo branch 100th Anniversary Dinner, over 30 persons responded to the appeal from Dinner Chair Rev. Terrence Melvin to start or make payments on their Silver Life, Gold and Diamond Life memberships. Not show is Judith M. Hill, (Silver). Photo by Robert Blue

Davis Named Senior Developer Michael Davis has been named senior front end developer at PLS (Performance Learning Systems) 3rd Learning. The company provides educators with innovative resources and professional development to create and improve curriculum, instruction and assessment. PLS 3rd Learning is helping teachers and schools worldwide reach their full potential. Davis received his bachelor’s degree from Canisius College. He was most recently lead front end developer at Aurora Consulting Group.

Buffalo Parents Call For Special Master To Develop And Oversee Plan To Cure Buffalo Schools Civil Rights Violations The US Dept. of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR) for the second time in mid-October rejected the Buffalo Schools plan to resolve civil rights violations. In July 2014 USDOE OCR informed the district that it discriminated on the basis of race and national origin by using admissions criteria that disproportionately excluded non-White students from enrollment in the district’s criteria-based schools. The district was required to submit a plan by August 15, 2015 which was rejected. Its September 25 re-submission was also rejected and now must submit a 3rd plan by October 30, 2015. The District Parenting Coordinating Council released the following statement: “In light of the ongoing failure of the Buffalo Public Schools to advance an acceptable plan to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights that would bring the district into compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, parents of Buffalo school students are now calling on Dr. John B. King, Acting Secretary, U.S. Department of Education to immediately intervene with the appointment of a Special Master to take control of the district’s failing efforts to comply with its’ admitted violations of federal law.”

e’s been referred to as a “fake parent,” a “thug parent” and probably even worse, but it hasn’t stopped Robert Keith Jones from speaking his mind at regular Buffalo Board of Education meetings. His remarks, he feels, are in the best interest of his own daughter and the countless other children in the Buffalo Public School district. The father of a 7th grader at School #53 and supporter of public schools, he admits that he often keeps the Board “on blast.” During a September 23 Board meeting, when Mr. Jones came up to speak, he was accused of threatening Board member Carl Paladino during a previous meeting. As Jones attempted to explain his prior remarks, Board President Sampson had Mr. Jones, who was accompanied by his daughter Keyanna, thrown out of the meeting by security. Mr. Jones and daughter Keyanna. Board member and columnist Barbara Seals Nevergold reported in her September 30 article that the Board’s disdain for the Public Comment segment had been an open secret for months; and that a proposal had even been put forth by Majority members seeking to limit or restrict the right/opportunity for parents and community members to speak publically at meetings. -State Education Law“A new Section 310 petition, New York State Education Law, was served on the Buffalo Board of Education on Friday, October 23. This appeal to the New York State Education Department Commissioner is seeking redress for the unjustified expulsion of parent, school parent facilitator and community activist, Robert Keith Jones, along with his daughter, from the September 23 meeting,” noted Joan L. Simmons, President of the Niagara Frontier Movement for the Advocacy of AfricanAmerican Human Rights, Inc. “Mr. Jones’ expulsion and subsequent appeal are the result of Board Member Carl Paladino’s accusation that Mr. Jones threatened him at the regularly scheduled Board meeting that was held on September 9, 2015. Mr. Jones was expelled from the meeting without being afforded the opportunity to address the Board or to respond to Mr.Paladino’s accusation, even though he was properly on the speakers list. Mr. Jones vehemently denies Mr.Paladino’s accusation.” Mr. Jones insists that his comments were taken out of context. “They used sound bites,” he said, adding that the only point he was trying to get across was that if Mr. Paladino refused to hear him out in the public meeting, than he and others, would bring their grievances to his door step (like the Buffalo teachers Federation did in May when they picketed Mr. Paladin’s house – and he bought them pizza!). A retired construction worker and life long resident of the Cold Spring community, Mr. Jones said he’s been involved with public education since his daughter started school 7 years ago. CONTINUED PAGE 13

The Convict Leasing System: Slavery by Another Name School Superintendent Dr.Cash

“Turbo” Cash

Buffalo School Superintendent Kriner Cash is expected to present a slate of candidates for Cabinet positions to the School Board by mid November. Despite the obstacles he has faced thus far in finding enough qualified people in the district to place in leadership roles like superintendents and interim superintendents before him, Dr. Cash said last week that he would have to turn his leadership skills “on turbo” and develop the talent he has available to him. “It’s not that we don’t have good people, he told the Buffalo News. “We have good people but we don’t have enough talent throughout the district to put in leadership roles.” District Parent Coordinating Council President Samuel L. Radford III expressed “concern” that Dr. Cash would not be bringing new talent to the district. However Dr. Cash said he was ready to meet the challenge nonetheless, saying, “we have work to do.”

Teachers: Skill Over Seniority School Superintendent Kriner Cash, in his uphill battle to turn around the district’s struggling receivership schools, is seeking more control over who works in those schools, including the ability to assign teachers based on qualifications instead of seniority. Presently, preference is given to instructors with the most years in the system. Dr. Cash said he is simply trying to make sure that theses school “have the best teachers possible.” He is already facing opposition from the Teachers Union and some school board members.

Section I of the Thirteenth Amendment reads as follows: Neither slavery nor in-

voluntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.

The very law that was said to free the slaves was used to re-enslave them. While exploring ways to recover their loss of labor, rich whites developed the convict leasing system. Practiced primarily in the Southern United States, beginning with the emancipation of slaves at the end of the American Civil War in 1865, it peaked around 1880, and officially ending in the last state, Alabama, in 1928. This system would be built on the premise that all criminals could be enslaved as a form of punishment and legal retribution. And, at that particular time in history, those who were charged and convicted were almost always of African descent. This horrendous act was committed by the United States of America. Nearly every Black charged with a crime, whether a child or an elder, was harshly punished and disappeared into the convict leasing system. And, oftentimes, those in the convict leasing system were set up and convicted of crimes they had not committed. Millions of Blacks were thrown into the system. In fact, John T. Miller’s US Steel Company was the richest corporation in the world as a result of the convict leasing system. Identical practices, of the system are still evident today in the prisons, juvenile detention centers, and military camps of this country.

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‘Black Lives Matter’ : President Obama Breaks It Down BY BREANNA EDWARDS

The Root --To President Barack Obama, the Black Lives Matter creed-turnedmovement makes sense. Speaking on a panel on criminal justice, held in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building last Thursday, the president attempted to explain the difference between and relevancy of the BLM mantra versus the counter chants of “All lives matter.” “I think everybody understands all lives matter,” the president said. “I think the reason that the organizers used the phrase ‘Black lives matter’ was not because they said they were suggesting nobody else’s lives matter; rather, what they were suggesting was, there is a specific problem that is happening in the African-American community that’s not happening in other communities. And that is a legitimate issue that we’ve got to address.” The president underlined the necessity for strong and effective law enforcement and for safe communities, but also pointed out the realities that African-American communities face. “One of the ways of avoiding the politics of this and losing the moment is everybody just stepping back for a second and understanding that the African-American community is not just making this up, and it’s not just something being politicized; it’s real and there’s a history behind it. And we have to take it seriously,” he insisted. The president referenced times when he himself as a young man was driving and “got stopped and I didn’t know why,” as he spoke of racial bias and racial tensions. Still, the president made sure to give a nod to the tough job police officers face and the

difficult decisions they often have to make, saying that it was imperative not to “paint with a broad brush, [and to] understand that the overwhelming majority of law enforcement is doing the right thing and wants to do the right thing.” Joining Obama on the panel, moderated by Bill Keller of the Marshall Project, was Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck and U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado John Walsh. More than 100 local law-enforcement officials were in attendance, after throwing in their support to reduce the prison population in the United States. During the panel, Obama acknowledged that the goals for criminal-justice reform in the United States would have to include fairness—regardless of race, wealth and other identities; proportionality of punishment to crime; and the recognition that incarceration is not the only solution to reducing crime and violence in communities. “If [incarceration is] the only tool—if we think we only have a hammer, then everything becomes a nail—then we’re missing opportunities for us to create safer communities through drug diversion and treatment, for example, or through more effective reentry programs, or getting to high school kids or middle school or elementary school kids earlier so that they don’t get in trouble in the first place, and how are we resourcing that,” the president said. The president also said that age should be a factor to consider in sentencing, since “young people do stupid stuff, and as they get older, they get a little less stupid.” His comments punctuated by audience laughter, Obama insisted that

“...the reason that the organizers used the phrase ‘Black lives matter’ was not because they said they were suggesting nobody else’s lives matter; rather, what they were suggesting was, there is a specific problem that is happening in the African-American community that’s not happening in other communities. And that is a legitimate issue that we’ve got to address.” -President Barack Obama

he spoke from “experience,” in addition to learning from his own girls, who, while being “a lot smarter,” still show “gaps in judgment.” “I think it’s smart for us to start the debate around nonviolent drug offenders. You are right that that’s not going to suddenly halve our incarceration rate, but ... if we do that right, and we are reinvesting in treatment, and we are reinvesting resources in police departments having more guys and gals on the street who are engaging in community policing, and that’s improving community relations, then that becomes the foundation upon which the public has confidence in potentially taking a future step and looking at sentencing changes down the road,” he added. Early in his tenure, Mr. Obama was often reluctant to wade into racially charged issues. But as his presidency nears its end, he is shedding much of his reserve and has begun to speak about race,

drugs and crime. “…I’m in my last term… I only got a year left, and it’s not like my poll numbers are that high,” he said. “ I figure I can go ahead and say it.”

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South Carolina High School officer suspended after violent classroom arrest A female student’s violent arrest in a South Carolina high school was captured in videos that went viral and has sparked widespread outrage. “If she had not disrupted the school and disrupted that class, we would not be standing here today. So it started with her and it ended with my officer. What I’m going to deal with is what my deputy did,” Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said Tuesday. The officer was suspended. The videos show the officer standing over a student, seated at her desk. He puts his arm near her neck, then yanks her backward. The desk tips over and the student crashes onto the floor. The uniformed officer doesn’t let go, sharply tugging the student toward the front of the classroom. She flies out of her desk and slides several feet across the floor. The FBI and area U.S. Attorney’s Office have opened a civil rights investigation to determine whether federal laws were violated during the student’s arrest, a Justice Department spokesperson said. Sheriff Lott said the FBI would also be the lead agency in a criminal investigation. “We do not want any issues with the community or those involved having questions concerning conflicts of interest in this investigation,” he said. There are reports that the student had a fractured arm and cuts to her face. The student -- who was released to her parents after the incident -- faces a charge of disturbing schools. Another female student, Niya Kenny, faces the same charge after allegedly standing up for the other teenager. The officer involved is White; the student is Black. “KNOWING WHEN TO STOP, YOU CAN AVOID ANY DANGER...” -TAO TE CHING

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African American Paul Robeson Theatre Receives Award

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Sheila L. Brown: WNY’s “First Lady of Radio” Launches Book Sheila L. Brown will celebrate the launch of her new book “29 Years of Preparation: A Guide and Blueprint to Success” on Saturday, October 31, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Merriweather Library on Jefferson at East Utica. Sheila, Manager of WUFO 1080 Radio and principal owner of Vision Multi Media Group, LLC, is the first African American woman in the city to own a radio station. A true success story, Sheila’s journey began from an entry level position at the station all the way to current ownership. Her book, “29 Years of Preparation” seeks to encourage women and instill in them the belief that no dream is too big to achieve. For more information or to RSVP your attendance go to sbrown38@ hotmail.com

The African American Cultural Center’s Paul Robeson Theatre under the Artistic Direction of the talented Paulette D. Harris for the second year has received the 50/50 Applause Award (2014 & 2015). The International Center for Women Playwrights’ 50/50 Applause awards – which goes to any theater that presents a season of 50 percent or more female playwrights. Artistic Director Harris programmed two out of four plays written by females; the 201415 season featured four out of four. There is a very low percentage of theatres that produced plays written by females in the Buffalo area written by Donna Hoke in The Dramatist Nov/Dec 2015 magazine. Hoke states “The count was announced Paulette Harris this past July, I actually calculated a percentage of Buffalo-area productions penned by women’ it’s hardly scientific, but it hovers around 23 percent. While that figure is not encouraging, what’s sadder is that it gets a significant boost from a handful of theaters that consistently program women while most other – the two largest, in fact, have programmed at least two years of all men-consistently present male-dominated seasons.” Kudos to the Paul Robeson Theatre! Join them for their 2015-16 Season of excellent theatre. “Stompin’ At The Savoy” opens on November 13 and runs thru December 6. For tickets and more information call 884-2013.

ON STAGE *Godfather Promotions Presents Russell Thompkins Jr. And The New Stylistics, Halloween Musical Love Affair, Sat. Oct. 31, Featuring The Fabulous Old School B-Boys & Juanita Duncan. hosted by Mrs. Dee Paris.Two Shows 7 & 10:30 p.m. General admission event, $50 advance $55 day of show available at Brooks Central Park Cleaners, Doris Records, Tralf Box Office & all Ticket Master locations; In Rochester @ Classie’s Bar &Grill, 685 Thurston Rd. or call (585)370-206.

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Ballet Beauties: The World Renowned Misty Copeland and Buffalo’s Own 88 & Feelin’ GREAT! Amirah Muhammad

uffalo Ballerina Amirah Muhammad, who spent this past summer training with the American Ballet Theatre in New York City, recently met ballet superstar Misty Copeland at a special VIP engagement in New York City. Misty Copeland, who made history becoming the first Black female principal dancer of the American Ballet Theatre in its 76-year history, has been mentoring Amirah over the past year. Misty has secured her spot in history as one of the most influential and groundbreaking dancers of her generation and has shattered the notion of what a typical ballerina “should” be. Misty Copeland (left) and Amirah Muhammad “I am so thrilled to meet Misty Copeland, and have an opportunity to learn from her unique experience as Black ballerina,” Amirah said. “She is absolutely an inspiration to me and an encouragement to help me achieve my dreams.” Amirah also recently participated in several master classes with Virginia Johnson, director of the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and in December she will dance the lead role in the Buffalo City Ballet’s production of the Nutcraker. Congratulations to Amirah Muhammad and Misty Copeland!

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Happy Birthday To “Cool Papa Bills” (Billie Banks) who celebrated his 88th Birthday Sept. 11 at a party hosted by his family. Pictured above, “Pop” took the floor and showed his children a dance move or two before he cut the cake. The celebrated Korean War Veteran and General Motors retiree is the father of Charles (Chip) Yvonne, Billie, Bryant, John and Alnisa. We love you dad!

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Terrance Heard And The Race For The Ellicott District Council Seat

Who is He and Why is He running?

llicott District Council candidate Terrance Heard is mounting his campaign for public office; the only challenger hoping to unseat the current councilman Darius Pridgen in the November 3rd General Election. The Challenger asked Heard a few questions about his background and his plans for the Ellicott District if elected to office on November 3rd. Q: Why are you running? The Ellicott District has been neglected for decades and have had very little change in the past five years under the current administration. Even with the development of the multi-million dollar medical campus, not one dollar has been set aside for minority or small business development. There are critical issues that need to be addressed here in our neighborhood, including gentrification, crime, job development, urban blight, veteran housing, gerrymandering, and accessibility. Q: What experiences do you have? Who is Terrance Heard? I was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. I received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Hilbert/ St. Bonaventure College. My career has included working as a child care specialist, an educator with the Buffalo Board of Education, a security officer, a Correctional Officer and a Probation Officer. I currently work at GM Tonawanda Engine Plant and volunteer with various community organizations and coaching youth football and basketball programs. Q. What is the first piece of action you plan to take, if elected? My first priority will be to establish a good, solid working relationship with the other city council members and the Mayor. We need to make sure we're moving the city forward, and representing all citizens of Buffalo. Q. What compelled you to jump in the race for city councilman? My heart is in the Ellicott District and the City of Buffalo. Our residents do not need someone just to stand in front of the cameras, but representation who will stand with them and work behind the scenes to address issues that impact our lives. I believe that I have been charged to be that person. Q. Why vote for Terrance Heard? I am the only candidate to introduce a “CommunityFocused Economic Develop-

ment Plan,” which I will request monies from the “Buffalo Billion“ to help develop small businesses, jobs and build infrastructure on Jefferson, Sycamore, Broadway, William, and Genesee Streets; areas that have been neglected for decades. Buffalo is the third poorest city in the country and the Ellicott District medium income remains below $20,000 per year, per family; and many of its residents have a large dependency on public assistance. I will address gentrification and parking issues in the Fruitbelt. Also gentrification issues in Town Gardens, Lakeview and the West side of Buffalo. I will stick by our residents in preventing drastic increases in property taxes due to the growth of the medical campus. I will be accountable and accessible during my tenure….mean-

ing, that I will be a Council Member that keeps office hours, and work with block clubs, residents and City Officials. I will address the new crime trends that are occurring in the Elmwood and Linwood areas. I am the first candidate for Ellicott District councilman to address the issues of millions of dollars pouring into the Medical Campus and Canalside, without any funds being set aside to promote minority and small businesses. I believe in working with religious and non-profit community organizations to assist them in meeting their community outreach goals, as I believe they are the pillars holding up our community. And finally, but not least, I will work to establish veteran’s

housing at the former WillertPark Housing Complex to help disabled and homeless veterans who proudly served us and now need our help. Q. Any final thoughts to share with the readers? Jefferson, Broadway, Sycamore, Genesee, and William streets are graveyards of previous business that once existed in the Ellicott District. If I’m elected on November 3rd, I will work to make the District the empire that it once was. Our crime rate, failing skills, and urban blight is a diContinued page 14

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Celebrating Our Shepard’s Fifth Anniversary The Calvary Baptist Church located at 1184 Genesee Street, Buffalo, will be celebrating the Pastors Fifth Anniversary.starting on Friday October 30 with a musicalat 7 p.m. featuring local choirs and guests from throughout the city. It will continue on Saturday October 31st with Elegant Dining with First Lady Kristie Foster from 1-to 4 p.m. On Sunday November 1, the morning workshop will continue with our special guests. The guest for the 10:15 service will be the Rev. Herman Washington of the Shiloh Baptist Church in Rockville Centre, New York. The afternoon service will be at 5 p.m. the afternoon guest will be Bishop T. Anthony Bronner and his congregation of the Elim Christian Fellowship Church located in Buffalo. We look forward to celebrating with our Shepard who has been with us for five glorious years. Pastor Foster is a preacher and teacher that gives his all in delivering the Word of God. . We are inviting everyone to come and help us celebrate our Shepard’s Anniversary!

St. John AME Pastor’s Luncheon

A Pastor’s Recognition Luncheon will be held at St. John AME Church, Saturday November 7, at Antonio’s, 7708 Niagara Falls Blvd. The Donation is $35. For additional information contact Sis. Bertha Webb at 717 2856432. Rev. Dion Greer is pastor of St. John AME Church.

St. Martin De Porres Feast of All Saints Auxiliary Bishop Fernand J. Cheri will be the guest presider at St. Martin De Porres on Sunday, November 1st at the 9:30 a.m. Mass as the congregation celebrates the Feast of All Saints. This celebration will be American Commission’s annual tradition of honoring All Saints, especially those of African and African American Cultures. Please join us as we welcome Bishop Cheri back to St. Martin’s for the first time since he was named Auxiliary Bishop of New Orleans in January 2015.

EDITORIAL

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Stability Not Status Quo...

ast week I wrote a critique of the Board Majority’s Vision Statement. While the Statement laid out an ambitious agenda, little has been accomplished. This failure can be attributed to actions of majority members themselves, push back from the minority members and vocal community opposition. I also pointed to majority members’ “falling out” with their own handpicked leader as a major cause of the failure of their agenda and as a contributing factor to the instability in the District. I concluded the article by urging Superintendent Cash to “throw this “Vision Statement” in the trash where it belongs and concentrate on developing a plan that puts students at the center of the agenda.” A reader contested my assessment and wanted to know what my vision is for the District. First, I stand by my comments and my evaluation of a “Vision,” which was secretly written by 5 of the 9 Board members thus preventing all Board members from offering input. My intent is not to provide yet another vision statement that has not evolved as a result of full Board participation. But what I will respond to is an assumption and a charge often hurled at Barbara Seals minority members that we want to maintain the status quo. The real issue Nevergold is not status quo, its stability or lack there-of. Four Superintendents in the span of 14 months does not support educational achievement. Neither does the changing landscape forced by state accountability measures, a plethora of state mandates and the imposition of one “fix” after the other with little time to maintain successful change (e.g. most recently Receivership). The imposition of politically driven educational policy, as practiced by our Governor (use of the budget to implement changes in teacher evaluations) is yet another example of shifting requirements. Additionally, we should acknowledge a series of self-inflicted wounds, e.g. a dysfunctional Board (yes, I’ll own that we are) and internal problems that have led to a number of legal complaints with the Federal Education Department’s Office of Civil Rights. Yet the examples of just a few the de-stabilizing factors confronting the District are staggering: •In 2012-2013, Commissioner John King ordered that we send students from East, Lafayette and Bennett High Schools to BOCES even though the District has successful Career Technical Education programs. This mandate was unfunded and caused great upheaval for the schools involved and has produced small results: •That same year the Commissioner appointed a Distinguished Educator. After 3 years and hundreds of thousands of dollars in consultant fees, we are hard pressed to identify the positive outcomes of this work •The Commissioner designated 4 schools as out of time; requiring the District to phase them out, start new programs or close them. A 5th school was identified this year. In addition to consuming enormous staff time and resources in the development of new programs, our inability to accept 9th graders in 4 of these schools created a seat shortage for incoming Freshmen this year •Johns Hopkins, the State approved Educational Partner to turn around East and Lafayette pulled out of both schools on short notice during the 2013-2014 year, forcing a restructuring of the plans for those schools and a set-back of any progress made during their tenure •The State’s emphasis on high stakes testing, used to label failing and good standing schools, threatens to create a learning environment where test prep gobbles up more teaching time •The Governor has ordered a re-assessment of the Common Core implementation; in the meantime schools are still required to manage educational programming using these questionable standards and their accompanying standardized tests •This year, under a new legislative mandate, the State has named 25 schools for Receivership; the Superintendent is given more authority but he only has one to two years to show “demonstrable progress” in schools that the State has said have been failing for 7 to 10 years •And if that’s not enough: The District has critical staff vacancies in the positions of Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer. The District also has to respond to serious findings by the Office of Civil Rights that will require the expansion and creation of more access to Criterion Schools for children of color

Darby Seeks to Set the record Straight: There is No Division Between Myself and Council President Pridgen! Dear Editor: It has been brought to my attention that some members in our community are trying to use various divide and conquer strategies between Common Council President Darius Pridgen and myself. While it is true his opponent for the Ellicott District Council seat is related to me, at no time have I ever helped, or advised Terence Heard in his endeavor to replace the Council President. I would have never even considered such an action. Darius Pridgen is my friend, and unlike some others in the political arena, I do not turn my back on my friends. In my 20 plus years in this business I have never hidden my support for a candidate. Win or lose everyone knew who I was supporting because I always stood openly with my candidate. Our community is faced with many problems, which need and deserve immediate attention. I have and will continue to work with our Council President to help get minorities trained in the construction trades to benefit from millions of dollars being spent in Buffalo for development projects. I will continue partnerships with Council President Pridgen to strengthen the City of Buffalo’s Minority business goals. It is my wish that the people putting these lies and negative energy out in the community would try to do something positive vs. the predictable negative which is counterproductive for our community. Over the past 10 years there has been over 20 Billion dollars of investment in WNY, still in the Black Community we have high unemployment rates, our education system is broken, and someone has either been shot or killed weekly on the Eastside of Buffalo. There is much work to be done. We continue to have internal strife, and too much energy is wasted on tearing each other down vs lifting each other up. Other communities are flourishing while some people in our community continue to make disagreements into distractions from the major issues our community faces. I will as always continue to support the efforts of those who are trying to move our community forward versus backwards for political gain. Those of us who choose to serve in the political and community service arena do so to improve OUR community or DO WE? Mike Darbey

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Plan ahead for affordable senior living!

Before anyone rushes to say that I’m making excuses. Every urban district in the state is struggling with most of these problems. In fact, Rochester’s and Syracuse’s student proficiency is far below that of Buffalo. Yet, we have the singular distinction of being identified as the poster child for failed Districts. Arguably, we can do better. But we need the time.

Affordable, safe housing for independent seniors age 62 and up who meet income guidelines.

If I were to hazard a “vision”, it would be that the District would be given that time. The Superintendent needs time to establish his team, to develop a strategic plan, to build on successes and implement current achievable plans, to focus on student-centered programming and to create a collaboration with the Board. Of course the reality isn’t that simple and the “work” as Dr. Cash describes it will proceed under the conditions we are given.

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT – COUNTY OF ERIE MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff against KARLA WARREN, ONE OF THE HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF SARAH J. SIMMONS, if living, and if she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to Plaintiff; TANISHA SIMMONS, ONE OF THE HEIRS TO THE ESTATE OF SARAH J. SIMMONS, if living, and if she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all generally or such unknown persons being herein generally described and such unknown persons herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such, any and all persons deriving interest in or line upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to Plaintiff; specific lien upon the real property described in this action; TANYA SIMMONS, ONE OF THE HEIRS TO THE ESTATE OF SARAH J. SIMMONS; TOYA SIMMONS, ONE OF THE HEIRS TO THE ESTATE OF SARAH J. SIMMONS, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated on November 7, 2014. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Foreclosure Alcove of the Erie County Hall, 92 Franklin Street,

City of Buffalo, N.Y. on the 30th day of November, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Said premises known as 28 Newburgh Avenue, City of Buffalo, N.Y. 14211. (Section: 101.33, Block: 4, Lot: 10). Approximate amount of lien $51,896.11 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 600529-10. Dennis C. Gaughan, Esq., Referee. McCabe, Weisberg, & Conway, P.C. Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 145 Huguenot Street - Suite 210 New Rochelle, New York 10801 (914) 636-8900

LEGAL NOTICE RFP REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The NFTA is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for BNIA – Baggage Claim Expansion – Terminal, Project No. 31BA1516. Proposals are due by 3:00 PM on November 24, 2015.

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JOBS at Solar City! Production Positions Are you interested in learning about opportunities for Entry Level Positions at Solar City? Are you curious about the skills needed to secure a position with Solar City and the hiring process? Attend an information session and learn how UB EOC can assist you! It will be held at UB Educational Opportunity Center (UB EOC) located at 555 Ellicott Street Buffalo 1st Floor Conference Center. Dates and Times: Thursday October 29th from 1-3p.m. or 5-7p.m.; Tuesday November 10th from 12-2p.m. Steps to register: Space is limited. 1.Register for this event by going to eoc.buffalo.edu 2.Click Register for Event at EOC 3.Select the Solar City Info Session of your choice 4.Complete the form and submit Any questions? e-mail Michelle Riggio at mriggio@buffalo. edu or call 716.645.1864.

Weatherization Assistance Funds Available Ellicott District Community Development, Inc. ( EDCD) is currently accepting applications for the City of Buffalo’s Weatherization Assistance Program for income eligible owneroccupants. Program funds, up to $5,000 per structure are available to weatherize homes. For more information, contact EDCD at 856-3262 Monday – Friday between 9 a.m. – 4.p.m.

LEGAL NOTICE BIDS PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION USER CHARGES ERIE COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 Erie County Sewer District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 held a Public Hearing on their proposed user charge rates on September 24, 2015 at 10:30 A.M. local time in Room 1004 of the Erie County Rath Building, 95 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202. At that time, the following information was considered: Charges for ratepayers in Erie County Sewer District (ECSD) Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 are based on a combination of unit, parcel, assessed valuation, and footage charges. In addition, a system of user charges for high strength wastes or volume was adopted for the first time in 1981 in order to meet Federal mandates for user charges and more accurately apportion the cost of sewerage service to the taxpayers. In 2016, the following rates will apply: COUNTY SEWER DISTRICT NOS.

(N/A means not applicable) (1) Based on CBOD Data (2) Based on TPO4 (3) Based on Water Usage (4) Properties located within a County Sewer District which in 2016 have septage disposed of by a wastehauler at a County Sewer District may apply to the District Office (call 858-6990 for information) for a partial rebate of the wastehauler charges paid, up to one half of the actual District sewer taxes paid. (5) Disposal in ECSD No.3 is only at the Southtowns Sewage Treatment Plant (6) Village of Depew only Non-residential users discharging below the base levels of normal strength sewage, (i.e., BOD5 = 250 mg/l, suspended solids = 250 mg/l, phosphorous = 5 mg/l), will only be subject to a user charge for flow. All users in ECSD Nos. 1, 4 and 5 will be subject to a flat usage charge as shown in the table above (4th row). Non-Residential users in ECSD Nos. 1,2,3,4 and 5 exceeding 91,250 gallons per year will be subject to an additional flow charge for that amount greater than 91,250 gallons. The rate for this additional flow is shown in the 5th row of the table above. For Erie County Sewer District Nos. 6 & 8 all users are charged based on flow (water use). (Water use is used in lieu of sewage flow unless the property owner(s) can substantiate actual sewage volume.) Property owners will have thirty (30) days from the date of publication of the notice of adoption to appeal this schedule of rates and charges to the Erie County Legislature. Appeals should be sent to the Erie County Legislature, 92 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202, Attention: Clerk of the Legislature. The aforesaid schedule of charges will be collected annually with the regular County Sewer (special) District charges and they will be identified separately as the Sewer District's User Charge. These aforesaid charges only apply to non-residential users of the sewerage facilities, except as noted in ECSD Nos.1, 4, 5, 6 and 8. User charges are due and payable on the same date and time as the general County taxes. Late payment penalties will be assessed in the same manner as the penalties for late payment of the general County taxes. EFFECTIVE DATE - January 1, 2016 Joseph L. Fiegl, P.E. Erie County Sewer Agency

EMPLOYMENT ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR Part-time Flexible Schedule Just Buffalo Literary Center (www.justbuffalo.org), a leading cultural nonprofit, seeks Accounting Director with a BA in Accounting, CPA or MBA preferred; five years of accounting experience with at least three in a nonprofit organization; proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with Peachtree Accounting Software. Part-time at 24 hour a week. Pay commensurate with experience and benefits include paid time off, parking, retirement plan, and flexible schedule. The Accounting Director is responsible for bookkeeping and accounting functions; maintaining records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures and grant requirements; general ledger and job (grants) ledger; preparing financial, budget and grant reports and projections; and ensuring financial plans are consistent with organizational goals. Work with top caliber team in office at the Just Buffalo Writing Center located in the heart of downtown Buffalo (468 Washington St.) EOE. Send resume and cover letter to: submissions@justbuffalo.org

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O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need, to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return, I promise to make your name known, and cause you to be invoked. Say three Our Fathers, three Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. St. Jude pray for us and all who involve your aid. Amen. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication promised.

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He himself attended School 53 and East High School as a youngster and he ‘s a strong advocate for community public schools and children’s safety. “Buffalo School Board member Carl Paladino’s ‘my way or the highway’ modus operandi, once again, exposes the School Board and District to controversy, criticism and possible litigation,” continued Ms. Simmons. “ School Board President James Sampson gave in to Mr. Paladino’s demand that Mr. Jones be expelled, ignoring existing board policies/by-laws, that had they been adhered to would have assuredly resulted in a different more positive outcome. Based on previous resolutions submitted to the Board, the action taken against Mr. Jones seems to be part of Board members, Paladino, Quinn, McCarthy and Pierce’s objective to restrict, impede and/or eliminate the public speaker segment of Board meetings.” For more information contact Joan L. Simmons, President Niagara Frontier Movement for the Advocacy of AfricanAmerican Human Rights, Inc. Email: advocacymovement@ gmail.com

MUSICIAN WANTED The New Hope Baptist Church in Niagara Falls, New York is looking for a qualified pianist/ organist to play for a medium size congregation. Must be a person of faith and have a commitment to building the music program. Salary-Negotiable. Knowledge of praise, gospel and traditional music helpful and is able to work with a youth choir. If interested, please contact Deacon Michael Williamson at 716622-2189 or Deacon Patrick Jones at 716-990-3676.

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rect reflection of the bad economy and lack of development money that we have experienced for decades. I want to make sure my actions are transparent, and people have faith in the government and their representatives. Frankly, I want to make the city the best possible place for residents and future generations to enjoy the best quality of life Buffalo and the Ellicott District has to offer. On November 3rd, vote for Heard.

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Wednesday October 28 Lead Safe Work Practices: 5 – 9 p.m. registration 4:30 , CAO Masten Center, 1423 Fillmore Ave. 961-7582 Meet & Greet The Stitch Doctor: 6- 9 p.m. at the Oakroom, 1435 Main street. Info call (678) 760-4844

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Line Dance Fitness For Seniors: Hustle For Health at the Gloria J Parks Community Center, 3242 Main St. every Wednesday 11am - 12pm age 50+ FREE. 832 -1010 www. HustleForHealth.com

Dorie Miller Rifle and Pistol Club Meeting: 5:30 p.m., Merriweather Library, Jefferson @ Utica; 771-0138; www. maxi7.com Board of Education Meeting: 5:30 p.m., 801 City Hall. Khametic Ascendants: 9-10 a.m. & 12:30 a.m. (after midnight), Public Access Channel 20.

Afrikan Consciousness Workshop: 6-7:45 p.m., Merriweather Library every Monday; public invited.

Line Dance Fitness For Seniors: Hustle For Health at Gloria J Parks Community Center 3242 Main St. 11am -12pm age 50+ FREE.

The Durham Central City Baby Café: every Wed. and Thurs. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 200 E. Eagle, Outreach Center. Dinner free! Doris Gayles 8856348.

1000 Main Street Open House: 11 a.m. – 12 noon, 1000 Main street Medical Corridor. Rsvp scholzk@epicforchidren.org or call 716 332-4130

Monday Night at the Fights: featuring Jeffery Warrick “Push Up King”, 5p.m., Rev Dr. Bennett W. Smith, Sr. Family Life Center 833 Michigan Ave.

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Thursday October 29 Capitalist Logic: Stephanie McMillan, 7 p.m., Burning Books, 420 Connecticut Street . Birthday and Halloween Party: 12 p.m. at Dorothy J. Collier Community Center, 118 E. Utica wear a costume if you desire

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43North Finals Competition: Finalists Pitch Sessions 9 a.m. – Noon and 1- 4 p.m. followed by Awards Ceremony 6p.m. Shea’s 646 Main Street. rsvp for this free event at 43north.org Friday, October 30

RECYCLE YOUR GARBAGE (CAN).

Gala: “Sisters We Win”: Live music, sit down dinner, vendors – 5 to 9 p.m., Niagara Active Hose Fire Co., 6010 Lockport Rd., Niagara Falls. Benefit for breast cancer patients. $40. Call 278-4896. 4th Annual Breast Cancer Gala: 6 p.m., Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, 153 Franklin . Tickets $50. Proceeds to the For Our Daughters, Inc. 716 -930-9345. Saturday October 31 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day: City of Buffalo Shoshone Park, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. call 311 or 851-5014 or visit www.buffalorecycles.org Shelia L. Brown Book Launch: 12- 2p.m., Merriweather Library, Jefferson & Utica. RSVP sbrown38@hotmail.com Sunday November 1 Muhammad School of Music Concert for National Opera Week: Henri Plays Beethoven, 3 p.m. Market Arcade Atrium, 617 Main Street Free

Put your rinsed and emptied trash can in the green tote.

CAN IT BE RECYCLED? Call 311 or visit BuffaloRecycles.org to learn more. MAYOR BYRON W. BROWN

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NOVEMBER 3rd Vote for

HEARD

HEARD’S PLAN FOR THE DISTRICT 

Community-Focused Economic Development Plan, Build Infrastructure

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Help stop the Spread of Gentrification in the Fruit Belt, Town Gardens and the West Side

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Being Accessible & Accountable to the Residents of the Ellicott District

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Veteran Housing Development

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Work with Religious and Private Organizations, Pillars of our community “It’s Time For A Change”

Terrance L. Heard for

Go to the bottom right of the ballot; Fill in Terrance Heard (10I)

QUALITY HEALTH PLANS for every family.

ELLICOTT DISTRICT COUNCILMAN

www.terranceheard.com letyourvoicebeheard@outlook.com

Your Judge. Your Vote.

Serving Our Community for 20 years with Integrity and Distinction.

Terrance L. Heard

MVP Health Care® has quality, affordable health plan solutions for you and your family—including free or low-cost New York State sponsored Medicaid Managed Care and Child Health Plus. Learn more about your plan options at DiscoverMVP.com or speak with an MVP Representative at 1-800-TALK-MVP.

Remember to vote on November 3, 2015 DecideDiTullio.com Judge Sheila A. DiTullio, Erie County Court

To find out if MVP offers Medicaid Managed Care and Child Health Plus in your county, contact us toll free at 1-800-TALK-MVP (1-800-825-5687). To learn more about applying for health insurance including Child Health Plus and Medicaid through NY State of Health, the Official Health Plan Marketplace, visit www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call 1-855-355-5777.